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The former crown jeweller also redesigned the Sovereign’s Sceptre, another sacred object in the coronation regalia, in 1910 to add the famous 530-carat Cullinan I diamond. Blessed with such a unique and remarkable history, Garrard has crafted its own tribute to the coronation, a limited-edition necklace and earrings in its Aloria collection. “Aloria features our iconic Sovereign motif which captures the setting Garrard created for the Cullinan I diamond at the top of the Sovereign’s Sceptre,” explained Sara Prentice, creative director at Garrard. Alongside it in the Sceptre is an incredible amethyst which is symbolised in the Aloria jewels by calibre-cut amethysts and diamonds.

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You do not need to be a member of the nobility to wear a tiara today, but high-profile events always result in a flurry of enquiries at Bond Street jeweller David Morris where a new wishbone-shaped design set with rose-cut pear-shaped diamonds is attracting attention, along with a one-off ring that is fit for a king. The ring is set with a rare 17.3-carat blue spinel, a red spinel and diamonds, together symbolising the colours of the Union flag.

This is not the only ring showcasing British craftsmanship that has emerged from the Mayfair workshops. Boodles has just finished one with a pretty pink diamond ribbon motif featuring two heart-shaped Cullinan diamonds, from the same mine as those in the royal regalia.

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Royalty has long inspired the jewellery world with its pomp, pageantry and love of jewels, potent symbols of power. For instance, earlier this year Boucheron unveiled a very poignant high jewellery collection, Like a Queen, inspired by Elizabeth II and her favourite pair of aquamarine Art Deco-style brooches, originally created by Boucheron and given on her 18th birthday. “I loved the way the queen played with different ways of wearing the brooches,” said Boucheron creative director Claire Choisne at the launch, explaining how this collection was planned long before the queen died.

The crowning of a new king has sparked a flurry of regal jewels including a unique yellow diamond butterfly with en tremblant wings from Hirsh as “a tribute to a king who is always so close to nature”, said managing director Sophia Hirsh. “For over 50 years, King Charles III has been a passionate and influential figure on environmentalism and sustainability.”

Jewellers also have the excuse to design something a little different. For instance, fine jewellery designer Annoushka and Fabergé (synonymous with Imperial Russian eggs) have taken inspiration from the St Edward’s Crown to create miniaturised reproductions. Annoushka’s charm will bear the special King Charles III coronation hallmark that can be requested on items hallmarked in the UK until the end of this year.

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Interest in the coronation has been global and the surrounding jubilation is predicted to be a boost for the British economy, increasing tourism and consumer confidence, with customers drawing inspiration from the jewels on show during the ceremony. “We feel the coronation shines a spotlight on Britain and therefore expect it will aid brand recognition for British companies,” said Yoko London’s Hakimian.